County reviews Derek's House shelter-care contract as census drops; RFP planned for 2027
Staff told the board Derek's House operates under an exclusive cost-reimbursement contract that creates high per-child costs when census falls; staff said they plan to issue an RFP in 2027 and consider alternative funding models including per-diem proposals and voluntary respite beds.
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Human Services staff walked the board through the structure and implications of the county's contract with Derek's House, the county's shelter-care provider. Kate explained the contract reimburses provider operating costs rather than paying a per-diem, so fixed facility and staffing costs mean the county's effective per-child rate rises as census falls.
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